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National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, which runs Sept. 11-17, 2022, recognizes the contributions truck drivers make to keep the country moving forward.

The week offers Americans a chance to thank the 3.6 million male and female professional truck drivers for their hard work and commitment in undertaking one of our economy’s most demanding and important jobs. They not only deliver goods safely, securely, and on time, but they also keep our highways safe.

On this page Transport Topics will be capturing select social media posts that show the various ways people and companies displayed appreciation to drivers in 2022.

TransFIX My Rig winner

For the second year in a row, Transfix teamed up with celebrity handyman Jason Cameron to give one driver their dream rig as part of their TransFIX My Rig contest. This year's winner was veteran driver Jess Graham, an owner-operator with ABM United Express of Lilburn, Ga. GrahamÌýwas nominated by her peers for her commitment to those in the industryÌýadvocating for all women, minorities, and LGBTQ truck drivers. Cameron listened to Graham's story and made her dream rig a reality with a five-day renovation.

Left to right: Jenny Ruiz of Transfix, contest winner Jess Graham, and celebrity handyman Jason Cameron. (Carve Communications)

Before-and-after shots of Jess Graham's renovated rig. (Carve Communications)

Throughout the week, CKJ Transport has held events at multiple terminals for ! Here are a few photos highlighting their truck driver appreciation events. — TXTA (@TX_TA)

As we wrap up , we want to recognize our drivers once more. The sacrifices you make to keep the world moving does not go unnoticed.
For all the long hours and 1000's of miles - they matter, you matter. Thank you for all you do! — Trailer Bridge (@TrailerBridge)

More joy coming from our Delaware warehouse! All drivers received a goody bag with sweets and treats! — Hermann Services (@Hermann1927)

We're showing our appreciation to our drivers across the country this week. We took our Findlay, OH drivers out for some burgers. — Atlas Oil (@atlasoil)

We are at TA Petro in North Little Rock today serving lunches and saying thank you to the truck drivers who move our state and nation forward! — Arkansas Trucking (@ARTrucking)

We are happy to see drivers enjoying their National Truck Driver Appreciation Week gifts. Remember to thank a trucker today and every day! — LA Motor Transport Assn., Inc. (@TruckinginLA)

Our hearts are full! Thanking drivers in person and hearing their stories is the best. A big thank you to the DFW Council of Safety Professionals and for your support today! — TXTA (@TX_TA)

It's time for another driver feature! Benjamin D. works in our Southwest terminal & loves that trucking isn't a typical 9-5 job! Thank you; we have loads of appreciation for your hard work!
— Hermann Services (@Hermann1927)

We've been having a blast showing our drivers how much we appreciate them this week. In addition to lunch, we had exclusive hats made for our "Atlas Seals." — Atlas Oil (@atlasoil)

Yesterday the GCT USA team celebrated National Truck Driver Appreciation Week with a small giveaway to show our gratitude for the hard-working men and women truck drivers (over 3.7M in the US) who keep the economy moving - we appreciate you! — GCT Global Container Terminals (@GlobalTerminals)

— Excargo Services (@Excargo)

Naegeli Transportation helped truck drivers beat the Texas heat (yes, it's still hot here) with a freezer full of popsicles and ice cream treats! — TXTA (@TX_TA)

Thanks to all the trucking pros keeping things moving this week! — °®¶¹´«Ã½ (@torcrobotics)

This National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, we’re celebrating your time *off* the road. Thank you drivers! — Kenworth Truck Co. (@KenworthTruckCo)

Our Interstate One truck is parked outside ATA's office today for ! Members of Congress and legislative staff are invited to come tour the cab and test-drive our simulator in the trailer! — American Trucking (@TRUCKINGdotORG)

Our celebration of continues, and today, we want to say thank you to all of our diligent and dedicated tenured drivers. Having you as a part of is a great honor, and we look forward to all that is to come in our partnership together! — BenoreLogistics (BLS) (@BenoreLogistics)

A message of thanks to America's professional truck drivers from ATA President and CEO Chris Spear: — American Trucking (@TRUCKINGdotORG)

drivers are trained to recognize what's going to happen before it happens. No matter what is going on around them, our are committed to being the safest drivers in the world. — UPS (@UPS)

We're off to a great start for National Truck Driver Appreciation Week. We're giving away thank you gifts at locations across the country to say thanks to the hardworking Motor Carriers who keep our cargo in motion. More details here: — DCLI (@DCLItweets)

The team is looking great in their new Driver Appreciation Week shirts. Prize wheel is up today, an the celebration continues! — Excargo Services (@Excargo)

This National , we here at FourKites would like to offer a huge and heartfelt thank-you to all of the drivers who keep our country moving forward, one load at a time. — FourKites (@FourKites)

Tyanna S. is not only a great driver in our Southwest terminal, but she's a driver mentor for other Hermann ! Thank you, Tyanna, for all that you do! — Hermann Services (@Hermann1927)

OTA's truck-side lunch delivery is underway at the ODOT port-of-entry near Cascade Locks as we celebrate National Truck Driver Appreciation Week with a free meal for drivers! OTA will hand out lunches near Ashland (9/14) and Woodburn (9/15)! — Oregon Trucking (@OTAOregon)

Happy National Truck Driver Appreciation Week!! We are so excited to kick off a jam packed week full of recognition of those who !

Daily Cook Outs
Games & Prizes
Goodie Bags
Staff Fueling Up the Trucks — Garner Trucking, INC (@GarnerTrucking)

Truck Drivers, thank you for all that you do.
You are the backbone of the logistics industry. | | — Spot (@SpotFreight)

Thank you to all the professional drivers who spend their days and nights moving our shipments across docks and down the road, driving more than freight! — ArcBest (@ArcBestCorp)

Dear truck drivers, thanks for everything. Literally.

Truck drivers deliver the things that make life possible, so during we want to take time to give thanks to those who are going the extra mile all year long. — C.H. Robinson (@CHRobinson)

is here! In honor of this week, we're asking our drivers their favorite place to drive through.

What's your favorite place to drive through? Let us know with a reply! — CFI (@WeDriveCFI)

We are proud to honor our independent Landstar BCOs and carriers this week and every week. Thank you for keeping America moving and providing service excellence while putting safety first. — Landstar System (@LandstarSystem)

Today, and everyday, we say thank you to all our drivers, dock workers and support teams within our company and around our nation who always find a way to keep our global supply chain moving. Your dedication means the world to us! — ArcBest (@ArcBestCorp)

It's National Truck Driver Appreciation Week! A big shout out to all of the professional drivers for their hard work & commitment to ensure the country gets the essential goods + supplies we need every day. Remember to this week! — WomenInTrucking (@WomenInTrucking)

It's ! Day and night, these professionals go the extra mile to transport food, materials, medical supplies and other resources to millions of people across the country. Join us in thanking all truck drivers for their hard word and dedication! — Meritor (@Meritor)

Cookies and a gift card for an early driver appreciation gift before National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, September 11 - 17. Brant is grateful for time with Dallas driver Gerardo M. out of Dallas. — HighwayTransport (@hyttdrivers)

2022 Driver of the Year Peggy Arnold has been driving 30+ yrs, has nearly 1.9 million accident-free miles & serves on her company's safety team. Thank you Peggy & all the drivers who are making a positive impact in the industry & their communities! — WomenInTrucking (@WomenInTrucking)

In honor of the approximately 100,000 miles truck drivers travel every year, C.H. Robinson invites the world to say "Thank You" for delivering the goods the world depends on during National — C.H. Robinson (@CHRobinson)

NTDAW 2022 is right around the corner, so make sure to stock up on the official NTDAW 2022 merchandise to celebrate your drivers. These items will sell out, so shop today: — American Trucking (@TRUCKINGdotORG)

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